1987 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Taft |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |
